Last updated: January 28, 2025
SRL MACCUS (“we”, “us”, or “our”) operates the HitchHive mobile application (the “App”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our App.
1. Company Information
SRL MACCUS
Business Registration: TVA – BE 1005.438.850
Website: https://maccus.fr
Contact: maccus@marcwiner.com
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide
- Account Information: Name, email address, password, profile photo
- Profile Information: Travel style, interests, future travel destinations, bio
- User Content: Activities you create, photos you upload, messages you send
- Communications: Direct messages, group chat messages, activity coordination
2.2 Information Collected Automatically
- Location Data: With your permission, we collect your location to show nearby travelers and activities, and to assign you to local Hives (city-based communities)
- Device Information: Device type, operating system, unique device identifiers
- Usage Data: App interactions, features used, activities joined or created
- Log Data: IP address, access times, app crashes and errors
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information to:
- Provide, operate, and maintain the App
- Connect you with nearby travelers and activities
- Assign you to relevant Hives based on your location
- Enable communication between users
- Send notifications about activities, messages, and app updates
- Improve and personalize your experience
- Ensure safety and security of our community
- Comply with legal obligations
4. Sharing Your Information
We may share your information in the following situations:
- With Other Users: Your profile, activities, and public content are visible to other HitchHive users
- Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist us in operating the App (hosting, analytics, notifications)
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
- Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
5. Location Data
HitchHive uses location data to:
- Show you travelers and activities near you
- Place you in city-based Hives
- Enable location sharing in activities and messages
You can disable location services in your device settings, but this will limit the App's functionality.
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. You can request deletion of your account and associated data at any time by contacting us.
7. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.
8. Your Rights (GDPR)
If you are located in the European Economic Area, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Rectify inaccurate data
- Request erasure of your data
- Restrict processing of your data
- Data portability
- Object to processing
- Withdraw consent at any time
To exercise these rights, contact us at maccus@marcwiner.com.
9. Children's Privacy
HitchHive is not intended for users under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we become aware of such collection, we will delete it promptly.
10. Third-Party Services
The App may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the “Last updated” date.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
SRL MACCUS
Email: maccus@marcwiner.com
Website: https://maccus.fr